bind vs oblige

bind is a noun but oblige is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
bind	Yes	No	Yes	No
oblige	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, bind and oblige are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of bind include hold, obligate.

bind (noun)	oblige (noun)
something that hinders as if with bonds

bind (verb)	oblige (verb)
cause to be constipated	bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted
form a chemical bond with	provide a service or favor for someone
bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted	force somebody to do something
make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope
fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord
provide with a binding
stick to firmly
secure with or as if with ropes
wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose
create social or emotional ties